The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Ohio University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Theoretical Nuclear Physics beginning in August 2022. The initial appointment is partially funded by the FRIB Theory Alliance, We seek a colleague who will establish a vigorous, independent research program that contributes strongly to FRIB Science: the fundamental interactions of nuclei, their structure and reactions, and their origin in the universe. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field by the start date of the position.  We encourage applicants with a strong record of independent research and some postdoctoral experience to apply.

The department includes 26 tenured faculty, 70 graduate students, and 80 undergraduate majors. We are dedicated to educating undergraduate and graduate students through their participation in a diverse and inclusive departmental community.  The successful candidate will therefore be an effective classroom teacher and supervisor of student research and will interact with students and colleagues in ways that promote equity and inclusion.

The new hire will join our Institute of Nuclear and Particle Physics. The Institute is home to the on-campus Edwards Accelerator Laboratory and has active research programs in experimental low-energy nuclear physics, the physics of hadrons, relativistic heavy-ion collisions, applied nuclear physics, and nuclear theory. 

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package including paid sick time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, transgender care, flextime and flexplace policies, counseling and mental health care, access to professional development programs and more. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.

To apply please visit:  https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/39354. You will have to provide:

* Current CV 

* Cover Letter 

* A statement of research plans

* A statement on past activities and prospective contributions that foster an equitable, diverse, and inclusive academic community

* A statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy  

Additionally, you will be asked to provide contact information for at least three professional references. Once you successfully complete, certify and submit your application, your reference providers will receive an email with a private link inviting them to provide a reference on your behalf.

The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by January 9, 2022. If you have questions about the position please contact Daniel Phillips, phillid1@ohio.edu.

Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community.   All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, national ancestry, sex, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.